Parva Farmhouse

A 17th-century riverside guesthouse near Tintern

Parva Farmhouse is a beautifully kept riverside guesthouse set in a 17th-century former farmhouse just yards from the banks of the River Wye at Tintern, in the heart of the Wye Valley. With characterful en-suite rooms, an on-site restaurant and a peaceful setting beside one of Britain’s loveliest rivers, it makes a genuinely special base for exploring the abbey, the woodland walks and the historic towns of this beautiful border valley.

Characterful rooms

The guesthouse offers a good range of comfortable en-suite rooms, from doubles and twins to deluxe and superior kings, with several enjoying lovely views over the River Wye. Each room has a flat-screen television, tea and coffee making facilities and free WiFi, combining the charm and character of a 17th-century farmhouse with the comforts you want today. It is the sort of welcoming, well-run place that keeps guests coming back.

Dining and the riverside setting

There is an on-site restaurant, and a full English or Irish breakfast is included to set you up for the day, while an honesty bar stocked with local beers and wine is a lovely touch for a relaxed evening. The real magic, though, is the setting: the farmhouse sits just yards from the River Wye, with the Wye Valley Walk passing the front gate, so riverside and woodland walks begin right outside the door. There is free parking on site.

Tintern and the Wye Valley

Tintern is one of the most beautiful villages in the Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty famous above all for the romantic ruins of Tintern Abbey, just 0.8 miles away. The Offa’s Dyke Path runs less than a mile off, leading to the celebrated Devil’s Pulpit viewpoint high above the abbey, and the historic town of Chepstow with its great riverside castle is around five miles away. Canoeing on the Wye and miles of woodland walking complete the picture. For more places to stay and ideas, see our guide to holiday accommodation in the Wye Valley.

A walker’s riverside base

With its riverside position, good food and historic character, Parva Farmhouse is a wonderful base for walkers, history-lovers and anyone seeking a peaceful escape. You can stroll to the abbey, follow the Wye Valley Walk from the gate, explore Chepstow and Monmouth, or simply sit by the river, before returning to a comfortable room and a relaxed dinner. Its consistently high guest reviews reflect just how well it is looked after.

A valley steeped in romance

The Wye Valley has inspired poets and painters for centuries, from Wordsworth, who wrote his famous lines above Tintern Abbey, to the early tourists who took the celebrated “Wye Tour” by boat. Today it remains a place of wooded gorges, river meanders and romantic ruins, and Parva Farmhouse sits right at its heart. Whether you come to walk, to canoe, to explore the history or simply to soak up the scenery, the valley’s gentle magic is hard to resist.

At a glance

• 17th-century former farmhouse guesthouse at Tintern
• Comfortable en-suite rooms, several with river views
• On-site restaurant; full breakfast included; honesty bar
• Just yards from the River Wye; Wye Valley Walk at the gate
• Free parking and free WiFi
• Tintern Abbey 0.8 miles away
• Rated 9.3 out of 10 across more than 640 reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it historic? Yes — a beautifully restored 17th-century former farmhouse.

Is there a restaurant? Yes — an on-site restaurant, with breakfast included and an honesty bar.

Is it by the river? Yes — it sits just yards from the River Wye, with the Wye Valley Walk passing the gate.

Where is it? On the Monmouth Road in Tintern, in the Wye Valley.

What is nearby? Tintern Abbey, the River Wye, Offa’s Dyke and Chepstow.

For a characterful, riverside base in the beautiful Wye Valley, Parva Farmhouse is a lovely choice. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.